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]]> Article by: hannah17.nearThe NEAR Research Collective (NRC) is more than just a research contributor to the blockchain community. Its mission is to create a thriving ecosystem that promotes innovation, learning, and curiosity within both the NEAR Protocol and the broader blockchain ecosystem. The NRC operates as a DAO and aims to; empower individuals who are interested in research, align their work with community needs, and drive informed decision-making. Emphasizing decentralization and community involvement, the NRC’s objectives include continuous research publication, promoting decentralization, empowering researchers, providing open and unbiased data, ensuring resource accessibility, and fostering inclusivity and transparency.
Overall, the NRC aims to catalyze growth in the NEAR ecosystem and contribute to the evolution of blockchain technology through impactful research. This article explores this through the following points:
The NRC revolves around fostering innovation, inclusivity, transparency, and community-driven growth within the NEAR Protocol ecosystem and the wider blockchain space. They are dedicated to advancing blockchain technology through rigorous research while empowering individuals to contribute meaningfully.
Here is an overview of the collective vision and core values:
Vision
The NEAR Research Collective envisions a dynamic and thriving ecosystem within the NEAR protocol and the broader blockchain community. This ecosystem is characterized by continuous innovation, informed decision-making, and a strong personal growth and development emphasis. The collective aims to play a significant role in driving the evolution of blockchain technology through impactful research and by supporting researchers at all levels.
Values
You can join the NEAR Research Collective DAO as a Researcher in two steps:
1️. Verify personhood to get IAH FV SBT.
2️. Visit the NRC DAO page & click “Ask to Join”.
The NEAR Research Collective DAO operates within three distinct roles :
Members must be a part of the NDC: IAH FV SBT, OG SBT, Regen, Vibes.
Membership in the NEAR Research Collective provides an array of benefits, encompassing networking opportunities, skill development, cutting-edge technology exposure, collaborative engagement with industry experts, a platform for continuous learning, active contribution to the NEAR ecosystem, potential bounty earnings, and the sheer enjoyment of meaningful involvement.
The NRC follows the principle of “one person, one vote” for all Council members, ensuring equal representation and influence over the DAO’s decisions.
The NEAR Research Collective’s Decision-Making Process:
Upholding a high standard of conduct among all members is paramount to our collaborative and diverse environment. Fostering a professional, respectful, and inclusive community following these guidelines:
The conduct violation response process includes an impartial investigation, an assessment by the community and advisors, mediation by the council, and implementation of the decision by Marma J DAO.
The NEAR Research Collective shines as a symbol of innovation, inclusiveness, and transparency in both the NEAR protocol ecosystem and the wider blockchain sphere. By uniting dedicated individuals in pursuit of rigorous research and blockchain progress, the NRC lays the foundation for a dynamic future. Through decentralization, open research, and engaged expertise, the NRC accelerates growth and shapes the evolution of blockchain technology.
Join the NRC to embark on an impactful journey of exploration and learning. Your insights and skills will contribute to shaping the NEAR ecosystem and driving the transformative potential of blockchain technology. Be a part of the community and make a meaningful difference. Click here to follow the NRC on X.
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]]> I-AM-HUMAN revolutionizes identity verification within the NEAR ecosystem, empowering individuals to prove their humanity and engage in a range of activities. Through proof-of-personhood, I-AM-HUMAN offers secure, decentralized verification, enhancing trust and transparency.Voting and Polling
Learn2Earn, Play2Earn, Move2Earn
Fair Airdrops and Launches
Reputation Systems
By implementing a comprehensive verification process, I-AM-HUMAN establishes your unique human identity, granting you access to exciting opportunities. I-AM-HUMAN is unleashing the power of your verified identity by breaking down the concept of “humanity” into these distinct components:
Face Verification
Partnering with Fractal, a trusted identity verification solution, I-AM-HUMAN employs advanced facial recognition technology. Through this process, a computed “hash” of your face is securely stored, ensuring its uniqueness compared to other verified faces. Your privacy is protected, and you have the option to remove your profile from Fractal if desired.
No-Knowledge KYC
To certify your completion of the KYC process, I-AM-HUMAN securely verifies your government-issued ID using a document verification service. Your personal data remains confidential, and I-AM-HUMAN receives only the confirmation of your successful KYC completion.
Community Verification
I-AM-HUMAN values active community involvement. As part of the verification process, you’re met either in person at conferences or by verifying your telegram account. These manual verification methods ensure your active participation within the community.
OG Verification
For the early adopters and contributors in the ecosystem, I-AM-HUMAN offers OG SBTs. These special tokens recognize and reward your significant contributions to the NEAR ecosystem.
Currently, only Face Verification is available for verification within the NEAR ecosystem. Rest assured, the I-AM-HUMAN team is actively working on implementing the remaining verification processes. These exciting additions are coming soon, expanding the opportunities and benefits available to our users. You can read more here.
And active contributors are needed and expected to sign up and help build these processes. Let your voice be heard!
This video explains how to signup for I-AM-HUMAN
Visit this link to signup for I-AM-HUMAN
In the rapidly evolving landscape of Web3 and decentralized applications, one critical challenge has been governance problems. In the past, these issues have led to unfair distributions, Sybil attacks, and inadequate representation within decentralized networks. This has hindered the true potential of collaboration and decentralized decision-making. Let’s explore some examples that highlight the need for I-AM-HUMAN verification within the NEAR ecosystem:
Unfair Airdrops
In the past, airdrops have often suffered from unfair distributions, favouring a select few or allowing for manipulation. In 2020, the renowned digital artist Beeple conducted an airdrop of his artwork to members of an online community. However, the airdrop suffered from unfair distributions as some individuals created multiple accounts to claim a larger share of the artwork. This led to genuine participants receiving fewer pieces, undermining the intended equitable distribution of the tokens. Without any verification process, individuals can create multiple accounts and claim a disproportionate number of tokens, leaving genuine participants with less than their fair share.
Sybil Attacks
Sybil attacks occur when individuals create multiple fake identities to gain an unfair advantage. In decentralized networks, these attacks can severely impact governance processes, as voting power becomes concentrated in the hands of a few malicious actors. This compromises the principle of inclusivity and can lead to decisions that do not represent the true will of the community. An example is The DAO hack. The DAO was a pioneering project on the Ethereum blockchain that aimed to enable decentralized governance and decision-making. However, in 2016, it was exploited through a vulnerability in its code, resulting in a significant hack and the loss of millions of dollars. This incident highlighted the importance of robust governance mechanisms and the need to prevent malicious actors from exerting undue influence.
Manipulation of Governance
Governance issues have plagued various decentralized networks, with decision-making power falling into the hands of a select few or being vulnerable to manipulation. Without proper verification mechanisms, it becomes challenging to ensure that governance processes are transparent, accountable, and representative of the community’s interests. Uniswap, one of the leading decentralized exchanges, has faced challenges in its governance processes. In some cases, proposals and voting outcomes were influenced by individuals creating multiple addresses, artificially inflating their voting power. This lack of transparency and inclusivity undermines the core principles of decentralization.
I-AM-HUMAN verification within the NEAR ecosystem directly addresses these challenges by requiring verified human identities for participation. By implementing robust verification processes, such as face verification, KYC, and community verification, I-AM-HUMAN ensures that airdrops are distributed more fairly and prevents Sybil attacks. Moreover, verified identities empower individuals to participate in decentralized decision-making, fostering a more democratic and inclusive governance model.
Through the introduction of I-AM-HUMAN verification, the NEAR ecosystem sets a new standard for Web3 applications, prioritizing identity verification to overcome the pitfalls of poor airdrops and governance issues. By promoting fairness, transparency, and accountability, I-AM-HUMAN paves the way for a more vibrant and engaged community within the decentralized world.
In a world driven by technology and innovation, the power of human connection remains paramount, and it is becoming clear that establishing and proving our unique human identities opens doors to a realm of endless possibilities within the NEAR ecosystem. By integrating advanced verification processes, such as Face Verification and upcoming additions like No-Knowledge KYC, Community Verification, and OG Verification, I-AM-HUMAN ensures the integrity of our human identities while fostering trust, security, and active community participation.
Marma J Foundation is inviting you to verify your human identity today with I-AM-HUMAN and unlock a world of opportunities within the NEAR ecosystem. Don’t miss out on fair airdrops, voting rights, and community rewards. Join us by clicking here to sign up. Embrace the power of your verified identity and shape the decentralized future!
Together, we can harness the power of I-AM-HUMAN and forge a path toward a brighter and more inclusive digital world!
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]]> 3315The post Marma J Gaming DAO: Community & Game Dev Report first appeared on Marma J Foundation.
]]> Marching AheadIn March 2023, the Marma J Gaming DAO achieved noteworthy milestones in both game development and community-building. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the activities conducted during the month, shedding light on our four blockchain games and features, as well as the community that’s been forming around the DAO. As you read through the report, you’ll gain insight into the results of these endeavours and understand the impact they’ve had on Marma J Gaming’s growth. Moreover, you’ll discover various opportunities to get involved and contribute to the vibrant ecosystem that supports the organization’s mission to revolutionize the gaming industry.
Throughout March 2023, the Marma J Gaming DAO undertook the following activities:
Community members were encouraged to test the games and offer feedback before their official launch, and community members were encouraged to test them and offer feedback before we go mainnet. We are also working on developing a wallet connector on mobile for both Pixel Pets and Crypto Heroes, topping up $PXT rewards and voting. You can also request $PXT in our telegram chat, to try out the games.
Marma J Gaming DAO successfully built a stronger community and made significant progress in the development of new games and features. Valuable feedback from the community on the games that were released on the testnet was received, which will help improve them before their official launch.
The accomplishments of Marma J Gaming DAO during March demonstrate its commitment to building a strong community and developing new games and features. The Marma J Gaming DAO looks forward to continuing this momentum in the coming months.
To participate the discussion about Marma J Gaming, we invite you to join our official Telegram group! Hop in and say hello, we can’t wait to meet you.
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]]> 3229The post Marma J Gaming DAO Powers Up with Latest Developments first appeared on Marma J Foundation.
]]> Marma J Gaming DAO, the decentralized gaming community, has been making strides in creating an inclusive and equitable gaming ecosystem. Powered by its native token, $PXT, which incentivizes members to participate in governance, provide liquidity to the DAO’s liquidity pool, and earn rewards. In recent weeks, the DAO has announced several updates and upcoming developments. Keep reading to learn more.Marma J Gaming DAO has deployed several games on testnet to allow community members to test and provide feedback before the official launch. The games deployed on testnet include:
Each game has its own dedicated testnet deployment, allowing for a smoother testing experience. Community members are encouraged to test the games and report any bugs they encounter.
Marma J Gaming DAO is community-driven, and community members can contribute to the development of the games by reporting bugs on GitHub. The DAO has provided a guide for contributing to Marma J Gaming, which outlines the process of reporting bugs and provides tips on how to contribute effectively. Community members can also request $PXT tokens in the Telegram chat to use during the testing phase.
Guides for each game will be released soon, making it easier for community members to understand the mechanics and rules of each game. The guides will provide a detailed explanation of how to play each game, including tips and tricks to improve gameplay. These guides will be an excellent resource for new and experienced players alike.
Marma J Gaming DAO has several upcoming tasks, including a remote upgrade to the DAO, migrating $PXT to Rust, and mobile UI support. These upgrades will enable the DAO to operate more efficiently and provide a better user experience for community members.
Overall, Marma J Gaming DAO’s latest developments demonstrate its commitment to building a decentralized gaming ecosystem that is both inclusive and fun. By offering testnet deployments, community contributions, upcoming guides, and more, the DAO is creating a platform where players can actively participate in the development of the games they love, and where their contributions are valued. As the DAO continues to evolve and improve, we can expect even more exciting developments and opportunities for community engagement in the future.
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]]> A DAO is a structure that has no central governing body and whose members share a common goal to act in the best interest of the entity in this case, the Marma J Gaming DAO, a Sub-DAO of the Marma J DAO, is a decentralized organization that will be managing the proceedings of the Pixel Dapps ecosystem. The goal here is to educate and onboard gamers and game developers into the Web3 sphere by providing the tools and resources to gain life skills through play.It’s a crypto-based gaming world where you can collaborate gracefully with friends, collect your pets for a battle, outfit your hero to explore dungeons and take part in raids, and gather an army to position yourself as the master tactician. PixelDapps has been acquired by the Marma J Gaming DAO, and is now the Marma J Gaming Ecosystem!
This video contains an introduction to The Marma J Gaming DAO and provides an overview of each game.
Four games make up the Marma J Gaming ecosystem; PixelParty, Pixel Pets, Cryptoheroes, and Chain Team Tactics. Let’s take a look at them!
PixelParty is an NFT Frame showcase built on the NEAR Protocol with a total supply of 600 tokens. Each token you own allows you to draw on a 20px x 20px frame. You could buy several connected frames to draw a larger frame. Additionally, all frame holders will receive small rewards within the pixel token ecosystem from time to time.
Pixel Pets is an NFT game for pet trading and battling. Each token represents one of a total of 60 different pet types. Each pet has a certain rarity type (common, rare, epic or legendary) which affects their strength beneath other stats like quality and level. The pets combine to earn/compete-to-earn concept via the built-in pet marketplace and by a few days lasting tournaments with a prize pool for the best players running each week.
Cryptoheroes is a blockchain-based game, focused on PvE looting, trading and forging items as well as fighting bosses with friends to earn PXT. You can enter a dangerous dungeon on your own, defeat evil minions and gather loot to improve your strength! Join raids with allies to defeat more evil bosses in epic fights and compete for weekly PXT rewards. Each raid consists of 8 players and the top 20 raids are rewarded each week. You can also place your items on the marketplace or re-forge them to improve your existing gear.
Chain Team Tactics is an NFT-based PVP battle simulator. Here you collect a minimum of 6 units and start to battle other players each battle is fought as a best of three and the starting player changes each round.
The next video explains the vision of the Marma J Gaming DAO for the upcoming year:
The vision for governance of the Marma J Gaming DAO is to adopt the $PXT token as soon as it is viable to do so. The $PXT token will be used to govern the gaming economy and actions in the PixelDapps ecosystem and will also be used for all actions in the in-game marketplace.
Our goal is to educate & onboard gamers & game developers into the Web3 sphere by providing the tools and resources to gain life skills through play. Questions about Marma J Gaming? Reach out to us on Twitter and join our Telegram Group for Marma J Gaming.
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